Chapter 178: Move Like Lightning

Chapter 178: Move Like Lightning

Ira and Rhys waited for Zephyr to fall asleep and left him in the care of Sylvia. As long as they hurried back it was safe to assume Zephyr wouldnt have a destructive tantrum.

What do you mean its too unpredictable for you to use? Ira asked with clear shock. Rhys had suddenly refused the sword for no good reason in his eyes.

Rhys shook before making an expression that asked Isnt it obvious. She had returned the Paradox Sword almost immediately after she used it. Strangely enough, even Avery, a Valkyrie, didnt want to use the sword as she preferred her own.

Come on, it just takes a little practice. Ira seemed like a desperate con artist as he continued to try and get Rhys to use the weapon.Follow current novels at novelhall.com)

Rhys silently laughed and politely refused his offer once more. She would rather have a sword that didnt float, crush anything and touched, and changed form with the snap of a finger.

Ira sighed and gave up on getting Rhys to use it, it was becoming more likely that he would have to save it for his children.

Ira sighed and continued walking with a dejected expression that was greatly exaggerated.

At the moment, the two were on their way to visit Charles. Ira wanted Rhys to be stronger but was a little hesitant about opening the Black Book.

Keeper.

Keeper.

Keeper.

Keeper.

Dark Elves, Lycanthropes, Beastkin, and Vampires all greeted Ira with a bow. It was uncommon to catch glimpses of him so when someone did they counted themselves lucky. Ira either nodded on gave them a glance of acknowledgment before he continued on. Rhys followed behind him, unsure of what to do.

The two eventually arrived at Charles laboratory and Ira opened without waiting.

Charles, Ira spoke up while looking around the messy room. Several metal containers were lined up at one side of the room. There were empty metal tables, strange vials of liquid, and research notes that were scattered all around.

Over here. Charles didnt even lift his head to look at Ira.

If the Dark Elves were present they would take issue but Ira didnt care much.

How far have you gotten with the Behemoths blood? And try to summarize it as much as possible, I dont need to hear every detail.

Charles turned to peek over his shoulder and looked at Ira. The Behemoths blood was initially very toxic to the point that prolonged contact would be harmful. Ive diluted a large amount in order to isolate the negative properties while keeping the beneficial ones. Im confident that if someone was to soak in my mixture for a few hours their bodies would be reinforced. Though I should add that it would be extremely painful.

I see. Ira waved his hand and a blue heart the size of a carriage appeared in front of him. He let it float in the air and Charles immediately stopped what he was doing to look.

T-This...What is this exactly?! Before Ira could speak Charles picked up a knife and cut a piece of the heart before using a magnifying glass to examine it.

Its the heart of a Sea Serpent. Or rather, the one and only Sea Serpent. Ira made a few motions with his hand and the heart was cut into pieces the size of cookies. Here eat this, Rhys.

Ira handed one to Rhys who had no desire to consume it but she inhaled deeply before accepting one. Rhys chewed on the tender raw heart that was filled with blood. The taste was extremely bitter and she felt as if her mouth was going numb. She finished chewing and felt sick yet energized only moments later.

Ira nodded and then flicked his hands, turning the small pieces into little beads. He stuffed them into a large pouch and then handed them to Rhys.

Youll have to eat the rest of those, Ira said.

Suddenly he stopped and turned to Raveria, Look away for a moment.

Raveria looked concerned but did as instructed and turned her back to the two of them.

Here we go. Ira hoisted Rhys onto his shoulder and opened the large vat of blood. He fiddled with the breathing apparatus before tying it to Rhys face and making sure it worked. After that, he put her in as gently as possible before closing the metal vat.

Ok, Ravi. Ira exhaled. All you need to do is speed up time for Rhys, ok?

Um...Right, Raveria replied. She examined the metal container for a few moments before placing her hands on its warm surface.

Im starting! Raveria yelled so that Rhys could hear her but nothing happened in response. Without waiting any longer, she channeled her temporal energy and rapidly accelerated the movement molecules of the blood.

Above the Underground City, on the surface where an empty desert-like region was present. Dark storm clouds formed. As a place that rarely experienced rainfall, it wasnt weird to see a cloud forming but the sky turned grey within a few seconds. A few drops of water hit the sand and then, with only a minute passing, a huge rainstorm fell upon the barren land. Heavy rains that could flood other regions all fell in a relatively contained area. What happened next was even stranger than the rain, lightning rapidly fell upon the ground. Large flashes of light and huge sparks traveled across the land. It wasnt a few flashes but dozens at a time and it soon turned to hundreds. Hundreds of blinding streaks of electricity filled the land, assaulting the wet sand and leaving huge rumbles of thunder that shook the air.

...

Five minutes hadnt even passed and Raveria had already begun to feel exhausted. The surface of the metal vat had become highly conductive but Ira placed his hands on it to nullify it before it could reach his daughter. If that was all he had to worry about, then Ira would be fine but the container had become to turn red as it began to heat up.

Thats enough Raveria, I dont want you to get hurt. Ira signaled for Raveria to stop and so she did but the metal container began to shake.

Uh...Hmm...I wonder if this is normal, Ira mumbled. As soon as he finished speaking, steam began to leak from the metal vat which groaned and trembled.

...Dad? Raveria tugged on Iras shirt. Is Rhys going to be ok?

Hmm, oh, of course, Ira replied.

One of the bolts holding the container popped out and shot toward Ira at a high speed but he easily caught it between his fingers. The sound of thunder managed to make its way to his ears and it was likely the citizens of the Empire were nervous.

Say...Raveria, Ira said with a contemplative expression.

Yes? Raveria responded.

Do you know how long was you accelerated this? Ira asked casually.

Um...I dont know, Raveria answered innocently. You never told me how long I was supposed to hold it.

I see. Ira chuckled before ruffling her hair. Ill be sending you back to the garden now, alright?

Did I do a good? Raveria asked naively.

Several more screws burst from the metal vat and ricocheted all over the room.

Yeah. Ira kissed Raveria on the forehead before sending her away.

When it was only him and the unstable container left in the room he sighed.

...Thats not good, Ira said to himself before placing his hand on the container and teleporting away.